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The Coffin Daggers, Muj and El Pueblo to perform at “Mixed Greens”

Art for Progress presents “Mixed Greens” at The Paper Box Saturday, August 25th: LIVE MUSIC:   The Coffin Daggers, Muj and El Pueblo, PERFORMANCE ART:   Caridad Sola and Sindy Butz VIDEO INSTALLATION:   Filmmaker/Photographer Scott Nyerges DJ SETS:  Gatto and Special … Continue reading

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“Mixed Greens” Debuts Saturday Night at The Paper Box

Saturdays late press and artist information.. Morning Fuzz: In 2011, the Brooklyn based band released their second EP titled, “Shadows in the Rearview” to rave reviews.  They recently performed at Spike Hill and have some dates coming up next month … Continue reading

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July Newsletter

Here’s a link to our latest newsletter.

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Art for Progress Art Education Update

Another exciting school year has ended and AFP’s impact and our programs continue to grow. The Sansom Foundation recently awarded Art for Progress a $20,000 grant which was a thirty percent increase over last year’s grant! We are ecstatic that … Continue reading

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AFP Announces a New Monthly at The Paper Box

As we gear up for the launch of our new monthly at The Paper Box, we’d like to share some videos featuring some of the highlights from AFP’s Brooklyn Beat Festival. The videos include performances from Ze Luis, Comandante Zero, … Continue reading

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“Brooklyn Beat Festival” Wrap-Up and Reviews Contd..

Day 3 As some families started to arrive early Sunday afternoon, they were greeted with the sounds of John Coltrane and Joao Gilberto, but it wasn’t long before Sindy Butz was ready for our first performance of the day. Sindy’s … Continue reading

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“Brooklyn Beat” Feature: Live Music

As we approach AFP’s big festival this coming weekend at the Paper Box, here is more info and site links for the live music you will be hearing. Sponsor eMusic will be there with up-to-the-minute tweets and social media reporting … Continue reading

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Save the Date: “Brooklyn Beat” Music & Arts Festival June 1-3

Art For Progress is gearing up for an exciting weekend of music, art, film and fashion! The action will all go down in East Williamsburg at Paper Box. The festival will coincide with Bushwick Open Studios, so don’t miss it. … Continue reading

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Join AFP’s Artist Program

Dear Artists : Bring in the New Year with Art For Progress by becoming a member. Our program offers an endless selection of opportunities from public exposure through events to building and fostering networks from our broad list of connections. Since … Continue reading

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AFP @ Fountain Art Fair, Miami

Possessed of a scrappy, youthful verve lacking in its more prestigious neighbors… Fountain was distinguished by a vintage street/self-taught aesthetic… —ArtForum Mark your calendars! In less than a month, Art For Progress is going to be part of the highly … Continue reading

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